Photo credits: Anthony Colas

Nestled in the craggy landscapes of southern Corsica, an exceptional 350 m² villa redefines the codes of modern living. With clean lines and authentic materials, owners Ophélie and Régis have succeeded in integrating a large-scale construction into a wild environment, thanks to ORSOL’s expertise..

A project of architectural freedom

To design the three-storey residence, the couple called on the Bordeaux firm of architects Hubert De Folmont and Jean François Camus.. While the functional program was strictly defined in terms of parts and surfaces, free rein was given to aesthetics.

“Ophélie and Régis had a defined program, number of rooms and surface areas. They gave us a lot of freedom in terms of form and architectural direction,” explains Mr. Camus.

This trust made it possible to design a house that doesn’t subjugate its terrain, but embraces it. To give character to this modernity, the choice of materials was crucial: wood, rendering and stone. As the owners point out: “The idea was to give character to the modernity of the construction through wood, stone and rendering”.

Innovation at the service of the terroir: The “Corse Rosé” shade

One of the major challenges was to respect the visual identity of the Isle of Beauty. The architects wanted to recreate the look of local stone on part of the house, while retaining a modern concrete structure to meet technical performance and overhang requirements..

This is ROCA siding on mesh was selected for this challenge. But the real secret of this integration lies in customization:

“The custom Corse rosé shade was developed by ORSOL especially for this project,” says Mr Camus.

Bluffing” mineral continuity

The house seems literally hemmed in by a hillside landscape dominated by vegetation and rock. The use of ORSOL cladding is not just an aesthetic choice, it’s a strategy of visual continuity.

“We thought it would be interesting to rediscover this stone aspect, which blends perfectly with nature. It’s a continuation of what’s around the house,” explain the architects.

Even for the owners, who wanted to get closer to nature without necessarily wanting a carbon copy, the final realism was a surprise:

“We didn’t want to reproduce natural stone, just get as close to it as possible. However, the assembly pattern and repetition of the motifs is very impressive,” confide Ophélie and Régis.

The last word

Today, this villa is proof that bold architecture can blend perfectly with the mineral tradition of a region. A total success for the owners:

“Today, we’re very satisfied with the result, and have nothing but compliments.

Photo credits: Thomas Behuret

Established since 2008 under the META-MORPH banner, Alexandre Ettori, a recognized independent architect, carries out a wide range of projects, from heritage rehabilitation to new-build, including industrial, tertiary, hotel, retail and multi-family housing buildings. His latest challenge: to design a family building comprising 7 rental units, in the heart of the suburban district of Fontenay-sous-Bois.

The project’s objective was clear: maximize the diversity of the residential units, while ensuring perfect integration into the existing urban fabric. The result: seven apartments, from studios to two-bedrooms, all different in typology, but with a uniform level of standing thanks to the selection of top-of-the-range materials.

For the facade, priority was given to naturalness and modernity. Alexandre Ettori chose ORSOL natural-tone brick cladding to cover 110 m² of facade. This material offers both depth and authenticity, with a contemporary architectural expression in harmony with the local environment.

“ORSOL brick brings a texture close to the old while integrating perfectly with the aesthetics of the neighborhood. It was the restorer who recommended ORSOL cladding to me, and I was won over by its natural look.”

The demanding installation, carried out by a single worker, guarantees optimum finish quality and perfect homogeneity. The ORSOL bricks were bonded to 12 cm of graphite polystyrene exterior insulation, meeting both thermal and aesthetic requirements.

Today, Alexandre Ettori readily recommends ORSOL brick cladding for new projects, seduced by its qualities and stylistic diversity. This project illustrates how the use of ORSOL cladding enhances the value of residential buildings, and is a strategic choice for architects seeking to combine authenticity and modernity.

Project by Maisons BMC

Photo credits: Maisons BMC

Natural elegance at the heart of an architectural project

A contemporary villa in Bordeaux is a real eye-catcher. Imagined to reflect the values of modernity, conviviality and connection to nature, this home embodies the perfect blend of clean design, raw materials and authentic warmth. The choice of Rocky Mountain stone cladding was decisive in bringing this vision to life.

Modernity and authenticity: a perfectly mastered duo

From the very first sketches, the owners expressed a clear desire for a modern yet welcoming home that exudes serenity while asserting an assertive architectural style. The project was entrusted to Maisons BMC, a builder renowned for its expertise in custom-built homes.

“The choice of Rocky Mountain siding proved decisive for the overall aesthetics of the house,” explains Xavier Beaudru, Associate Director of Maisons BMC.

Rocky Mountain cladding: stone reinvented

Rocky Mountain cladding in Havana plays with volumes and accentuates the villa’s geometric lines. Its raw relief and mineral nuances add character while blending subtly with the wood elements and large glass surfaces.

This Neomineral stone cladding is also attractive for its ease of installation and maintenance, an invaluable asset for building professionals and homeowners alike.

A house bathed in light and open to the outdoors

Inside, natural light floods the living spaces. Thanks to an open layout and carefully selected materials, the dialogue between contemporary finishes and natural materials is expressed in every detail.

Rocky Mountain cladding can also be used in transitional areas – entrance walls, decorative partitions – extending the link between interior and exterior.

A Bordeaux home anchored in its environment

Nestled in a verdant setting, this contemporary home blends harmoniously into the local landscape. It illustrates a strong trend in architecture: the return to natural materials, thermal comfort and sustainable aesthetics.

Thanks to a careful choice of materials, including Rocky Mountain ORSOL cladding, this project proves that it’s possible to combine modern architecture, family warmth and timelessness.

Photo credits: Thomas Behuret & Design: Agence 2BDM Architectes

The Domaine de Montcel, a place steeped in history in the heart of the Yvelines region, is enjoying a new lease of life under the Dolce by Wyndham Versailles banner. This luxury château-hotel in the Bièvre Valley is home to 178 rooms, suites and apartments, restaurants, bar, spa and conference center, including a 550m² event hall.

The renovation of this historic luxury building was carried out by ACAPACE in partnership with SOFIVAL, under the management of the American WYNDHAM group. An ambitious project, faithful to the spirit of the 19th century, highlighting remarkable architectural features such as a neoclassical dovecote and a Second Empire chalet.

The landscape design was inspired by Thomas Blaikie‘s drawings, based on old maps of Louis XVI. To preserve theauthenticity of the site, the facades were renovated with ORSOL stone cladding, approved by the Architectes des Bâtiments de France (ABF) and the Commission des Sites.

The ochre-brown Meulière collection was chosen to enhance the facades of the château, chalet and arts village. This decorative stone cladding is distinguished by its cavernous, shell-like relief, raw texture and warm nuances, faithfully recreating the natural look of ancient stone.

Bringing tradition, authenticity and contributing to the artistic atmosphere of this treasure, brown ochre Meulière cladding plays the card of contrasts thanks to its intensity of nuances. A true ally of heritage renovation projects, ORSOL Meulière stone combines aesthetics, durability and respect for history. It lends an elegant atmosphere to this exceptional setting, where tradition meets modernity.

👉 Book your stay or find out more on the Domaine Dolce Versailles website.

Photo credits: Grégoire Crétinon

PROMEGE, a Paris-based real estate developer, is recognized for its excellence in terms of the quality of its residences and the services it provides, and boasts unrivalled assets in the building and real estate sector.

The ” 29 Renan ” residence in Malakoff, department 92, a 17-home project, incorporates more than 1,000 m2 of ORSOL-exclusive brick cladding.

Rafik Soualhi, Promège’s Technical Director, gives us some details of the project and the collaboration with ORSOL.

As the building’s facade is the main focus of the project, it was imperative to match the aesthetic and style desired by the town council. The idea was to design a building with an undeniable heritage character, while at the same time nodding to the neighboring buildings in the area, where briquette is widely used.

The choice was therefore made for a warm-colored, textured brick facade. The shade of the facing brick is lighter on the recessed facades, marking the volumetry of the project. The Old School collection in sepia and graphite tones was mixed during installation.

This material is also used on the low fences, bringing a homogeneous treatment to the building.

White ORSOL brick also covers a large part of the building, adding a touch of freshness and color contrast, especially with the combination of materials with the golden zinc that covers the upper part of the building.

The ORSOL brick matched the aesthetic perfectly, and was the best value for money, with an unbeatable delivery time.

Rafik Soualhi had the opportunity to discover the ORSOL brand and products at a trade show. After a long and painstaking search for the rare pearl, it was finally ORSOL bricks that met all the requirements.

Today, he has no hesitation in recommending ORSOL products to his counterparts and architects, as he has no doubts about the quality of the product and service. In fact, Promège is integrating other ORSOL collections into new real estate projects currently under construction.

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Photo credits: Laura BRIAULT

Stéphanie CATTENOZ decided to take the plunge 3 years ago and set up her own interior design agency, Quicé & Co. The owners of this Paris duplex gave her carte blanche to “create a distinctive atmosphere”.

Stéphanie explains: “From a decoration point of view, the apartment was quite neutral at the outset.

The owners wanted to give each space a strong identity.

She adds: “We had already worked with 5-tone brick cladding from ORSOL on a previous project. It’s a cladding that I really like, as it offers some lovely nuances. Ochre, terracotta, sometimes red, pink and anthracite… both feminine and masculine! It’s a harmonious brick cladding collection that’s easy to embellish.

Black and red touches were also added to the furniture, from the red TV cabinet to the sofa’s topstitching. “A little detail that finishes off the lounge area really well, and is reminiscent of that pretty ORSOL cladding,” adds Stéphanie with a smile.

The oak and aluminum shelves on one wall of the living room echo the custom-made claustra installed in the dining area. On these two walls, LED track lighting highlights the brickwork and illuminates the ceiling.

The owners adopted this loft spirit, and the 5-tone BRIQUE collection, from the very first proposals. It has to be said that the apartment is very well lit, and its double height allowed for a play of perspective.

And when we ask Stéphanie what her next projects are, she confesses full of enthusiasm:

Another site is underway, and this 5-tone brick has also found its place there…!

Stéphanie also told us:

“ORSOL offers a wide range of claddings to suit any style, from country house to brickwork, or more contemporary projects… Customer service is pleasant and gave me very good advice. “

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